I'm talking about the 4.1.x Sense roms like ARHD, OrDroid and etc.
not trying to start an argument but reading their description and it seems they are fairly similar to each other. as such, choosing one over the other is a good decision.
thanks!
mrjayviper said:
I'm talking about the 4.1.x Sense roms like ARHD, OrDroid and etc.
not trying to start an argument but reading their description and it seems they are fairly similar to each other. as such, choosing one over the other is a good decision.
thanks!
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I can't really see that much of a difference in the ROMS(Well the exception is Viper ROM because it is the most tweaked and most different of the sense ROMS), the sense ROMs basically do the same, just some few differences I think and therefore I think it is up to the individual to chose which ROM they prefer. I personally use Renovate and I like it.
Try them all
there are to me different families of custom ROMs:
1. close to stock, updated quickly after a new base is released/leaked on some Russian or Chinese sites: few tweaks mainly for battery and speed (football rom is in this category - hopefully it will be available again ). mike1986 (ARHD), baadnewz (InsertCoin), Shnizlon (OrDroid), ... tends to add apps and mods via AROMA installer but these ROMs can also be consired in the category.
2. custom custom ROM: the developer uses a custom ROM for his base (football, orDroid, ...) and provides additional tweaks or flavors (De-Sense, minimalist (NumerOne), pre-installed and tested mods (camera, sound, ...), different kernels
3. Further from stock: Venon as you mentioned is a good example but there are more and more ROMs in this category: Themed ROMs would go here too (Lextermina Abster Go, Renovate, ...)
and then the non Sense ROMs: AOSP, CyanogenMod, MIUI, ParanoidAndroid (hybrid phone tablet)...
Best is to try them
mrjayviper said:
I'm talking about the 4.1.x Sense roms like ARHD, OrDroid and etc.
not trying to start an argument but reading their description and it seems they are fairly similar to each other. as such, choosing one over the other is a good decision.
thanks!
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OK so I have flashed new ROMs onto my desire at least 50 times now, flashed new kernels and even edited my own themes, all with AOSP ROMs like DeFroST etc.
What is the difference (simply put because I am soooo n00b) between an AOSP ROM and a MIUI ROM? Pros/cons for each?
AOSP = Android Open Source Project: A ROM based on stock Android written specifically for the Desire as opposed to a port from the Nexus One
MIUI = A complete redesign of the framework, much like HTC did with Sense
OK I understand, thanks for the reply.
DrDee said:
OK so I have flashed new ROMs onto my desire at least 50 times now, flashed new kernels and even edited my own themes, all with AOSP ROMs like DeFroST etc.
What is the difference (simply put because I am soooo n00b) between an AOSP ROM and a MIUI ROM? Pros/cons for each?
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MIUI actually is powered by AOSP Android.
Pros of MIUI: AOSP Android, UI enhancements, user-friendliness, proprietary apps like music and file explorer that use less memory, originally made for Nexus One and HTC Desire, and it's also updated every Friday.
Cons of MIUI: ROM is originally in Chinese and while translations are still available, parts of the ROM still remain in Chinese. The ROM takes a lot of elements from iOS, and while I myself love iOS and Android, the majority of Android fans are die-hard iPhone haters.
We have got many good developers here working on different ROMS.
I just would like to know what ROM are you all using at the moment and why.
I used most of the time Sense rom from Leedroid. I love his boot image and the fact it is sense rom. I tried Sense HD and I like it, but until the camera works is no good for me for day to day use. Last couple of days I use MIUI and it is really different but nice (like iphone OS but on better device)
I've used Defrost, Opendesire, Villainrom, SupervillainHD and Oxygen. Like the ASOP roms the best, as they are the fastest, allow me to choose the addons more (not 3 or more programs for one task, if i don't want to use Sense apps), and are more versatily (at least, appear to me to be so).
Moved to general as this is in no way pertaining to ROM development.
fair enough. I just tought the poll might help people to choose a rom to use/try.
I am using pinky desire classsic at the moment .
CM 6.1 RC - cause simply I hate to update alot. I'm considering it the latest satisfying my needs!
using pays sense rom
tried auraxtsense rom, but reverted back to pays
it has the best dialer i have seen in a rom.
would like to try sense HD, but wont until they fix the camera
inkredi said:
CM 6.1 RC - cause simply I hate to update alot. I'm considering it the latest satisfying my needs!
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I never really tried CM rom. i have to give it a go.
What does Stock mean if you've got Sense?? Sense is stock on the Desire...
EddyOS said:
What does Stock mean if you've got Sense?? Sense is stock on the Desire...
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By sense rom he probably mean roms like leedroid etc.
On that assumption I voted stock as I'm running the stock 2.29.405.2 WWE ROM
Why? As it does all I need it to
OpenDesire
I went from stock ROM to OpenDesire 4.0.36. I do not miss Sense at all and BT keyboard now works (why, HTC, oh why?). The only thing I miss from Sense is the weather widget.
Too bad OpenDesire will not be updated any longer as from the final 4.1 version. I hope it gets Gingerbread (2.3) in the final build.
Leedroid, because it has apps2sd by default and is pretty clean and has some other nice little touches (but still pretty close to stock) like a transparent notification drawer
I tried all rom types, but in the end I return to Sense. People who say AOSP or Cyanogen are faster have clearly never used a sense rom. It's at least on par and scrolling is smoother.
CrimzonEyed said:
By sense rom he probably mean roms like leedroid etc.
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yes that's exactly what I mean
Teppic74's Rom and tweaks: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=773997
With the GPU and SD card patched kernel: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=819601
And a theme I made using UOT kitchen.
I like sense, and I wanted something relatively close to stock but with A2SD and a few other bits and pieces.
Hi,
I'm considering switching on HTC one X, and so to install cm10 on it but as i read the forum, i'm wondering : what are the differences between this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1786696 and this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1784185 ?
iamapay said:
Hi,
I'm considering switching on HTC one X, and so to install cm10 on it but as i read the forum, i'm wondering : what are the differences between this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1786696 and this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1784185 ?
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I might be wrong but this is what i think
The 1st link you posted is managed by the CM developers, the second link is Tripndroid who based his/her/their rom on the base of the CM developers rom. Basically adding and removing tweaks that this person/team likes and dislikes
If your considering rooting and installing a custom rom. I can recommend the 1st link been using their roms for more than a month now and it's very good rom. If there is anything about sense that you like and will miss try the Sense roms. (Viper and ARHD) are the two major ones that i looked into, before settling on CM10.
alexx_za said:
I might be wrong but this is what i think
The 1st link you posted is managed by the CM developers, the second link is Tripndroid who based his/her/their rom on the base of the CM developers rom. Basically adding and removing tweaks that this person/team likes and dislikes
If your considering rooting and installing a custom rom. I can recommend the 1st link been using their roms for more than a month now and it's very good rom. If there is anything about sense that you like and will miss try the Sense roms. (Viper and ARHD) are the two major ones that i looked into, before settling on CM10.
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hi there just adding to the above post. the first rom is developed with an ultimate goal of becoming the official CM rom, and is ready for everyday use soo far from my experience. The second one is Tripndroid, and he adds his own tweaks as far as i know. however i havent used his ROM yet to know for sure.
iamapay said:
Hi,
I'm considering switching on HTC one X, and so to install cm10 on it but as i read the forum, i'm wondering : what are the differences between this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1786696 and this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1784185 ?
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Hi there, I am running the ROM from the first post and it's brilliant. I have tried the second one and found it had quite a few bugs and was not nearly as finished as the first ROM. I am busy downloading alpha 5 now to try and am sure it will be just as great as the rest of his updates have been.
Thought I would give my info based on user experience of both ROMs. Also depends on what you looking for; quick ROM or fancy looking, awesome features or a stripped out version.
Well thanks guys, i think i'll go for the TeamNDVRu when i receive my phone, but still waiting september to see if it's worth it or not.
And what about the known issues ?
- Occasional soft-reboots with GPS On + Facebook ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...postcount=2184 )
- WiFi direct doesnt work
- MHL output is rotated incorrectly to portrait in horizontal mode (but workaround added since alpha 8 for hw decoded videos/youtube. Use bsplayer from playstore, almost all videos play with it in correct rotation in hwoverlay)
- No FM radio app in ROM. But Spirit FM works from market (it's commercial!)
- USB storage copies slower than normal
- Some paid apps loses settings/acconts due to this android jellybean problem: http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=34880 Solution is to backup with Titanium Backup and restore to internal memory, not to sd
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And what about the known issues ?
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Some of them will only occur if you have special need for something. (e.g. wifi direct)
Some of them don't occur for everyone. (facebook+gps reboot)
None of them are really a huge concern if you are willing to try jelly bean. And for most of them there is a workaround, fix given in the text you quoted. I have a jelly bean rom installed and I have to say that I don't really feel any negative impact by those known bugs/issues. But do note, that most of these ROMs are not as stable as the 4.0.4 ROMs like ViperX.
I have been using tbaldens ROM and it has been quite good. The ones by trip I have found to be a bit unstable.
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Was just wondering if someone could recommend me a good sense based ROM
I used LeeDroid a while ago and but it has not been updated in a while.
I know there is no right or wrong answer, I am just looking for peoples opinions.
Thanks for your help,
Opinions are like arseholes - everyone has one!
Best thing is to try them - ViperX and ARHD seem to be flavours of the month at the mo so give them a blast
fathern said:
Was just wondering if someone could recommend me a good sense based ROM
I used LeeDroid a while ago and but it has not been updated in a while.
I know there is no right or wrong answer, I am just looking for peoples opinions.
Thanks for your help,
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If you loved Leedroid Tweaks then go for ViperX ROM by j4n87{ the creator of Leedroid Tweaks }
The most customizable Sense ROM possible
If you want sleek and fast Stock ROM with no mods or few mods and good dev support with regular updates try Ordroid ROM{ project butter hacks implemented }
If you want Stock ROM with performance improvements use ARHD ROM without suite tools, its fast and good battery life too
Cheers guys, these are exactly the types of responses I was looking for.
Will give these a shot tonight.
#1: Android Revolution HD :victory:
#2: Insert Coin Evolution :highfive:
#3: maXimus One X :good:
#4: CoreDroid :silly:
There is no such thing has best ROM. Every ROM has unique features. So try please stop comparing ROMs it's disrespectful to the developers who spends hours to develop a ROM just to see it's rated down. We almost lost a kernel developer just because of this comparison.
My 2cents:
1. For a stock sense like experience that is optimized use ARHD
2. For a stock sense with the benefit or having various mods installed in one installation use InsertCoint
3. For a highly customized sense rom use ViperX
All 3 in my opinion are very well developed ROMs and it's a matter of preference on what your looking for.
Insert coin by far, viper x is also very good but didn't seem as smooth
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I think I'm getting all this stuff straight, but sometimes it seems like the more I read the more confused I get.
I know I could just try it out and see, but before I spend 2 hours getting dirty looks from my gf because I have my face buried in the phone, I would like to know I'm on the right track.
ROMs found in the "Original Android Developement" forum:
CM9/10 - these are experimental nightly builds, probably have bugs and probably not the best choice for a daily ROM
ROMs that say they are based on CM9/10/AOKP/MIUI/AOSP - these are more stable ROMs with parts cherry-picked from CM9/10/AOKP sources and are more likely to be suitable for daily use
I can use themes that say "a custom ROM like CyanogenMOD needed" (quote taken from the description of "Arctic Green" on the play store, I think this ROM will be refreshing, like a cool breeze on my balls) and they will have a theme chooser in settings
I need to flash GApps (If I want them)
I can still run another launcher, like Go or APEX
EDIT ADDITION: I still use stock radio/modem/firmware/AIO zips
ROMs found in the "Android Developement" forum:
With TW or without, Odexed or Deodexed these are basically modified stock (samsung based?) ROMs with no copyright issues which is why there is no need for a seperate GApps zip
I can (usually) only use themes and mods specifically made for the ROM I'm using (I understand that sometimes there are exceptions, lika a blazer theme might work on FreeGS3 and vice-cersa)
I can't use themes or mods that say "a custom ROM like CyanogenMOD needed"
Do I understand the differences? Any additions/clarifications are definately appreciated.
jmdatcs said:
I think I'm getting all this stuff straight, but sometimes it seems like the more I read the more confused I get.
I know I could just try it out and see, but before I spend 2 hours getting dirty looks from my gf because I have my face buried in the phone, I would like to know I'm on the right track.
ROMs found in the "Original Android Developement" forum:
CM9/10 - these are experimental nightly builds, probably have bugs and probably not the best choice for a daily ROM
ROMs that say they are based on CM9/10/AOKP/MIUI/AOSP - these are more stable ROMs with parts cherry-picked from CM9/10/AOKP sources and are more likely to be suitable for daily use
I can use themes that say "a custom ROM like CyanogenMOD needed" (quote taken from the description of "Arctic Green" on the play store, I think this ROM will be refreshing, like a cool breeze on my balls) and they will have a theme chooser in settings
I need to flash GApps (If I want them)
I can still run another launcher, like Go or APEX
EDIT ADDITION: I still use stock radio/modem/firmware/AIO zips
ROMs found in the "Android Developement" forum:
With TW or without, Odexed or Deodexed these are basically modified stock (samsung based?) ROMs with no copyright issues which is why there is no need for a seperate GApps zip
I can (usually) only use themes and mods specifically made for the ROM I'm using (I understand that sometimes there are exceptions, lika a blazer theme might work on FreeGS3 and vice-cersa)
I can't use themes or mods that say "a custom ROM like CyanogenMOD needed"
Do I understand the differences? Any additions/clarifications are definately appreciated.
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CM9 and 10 are currently in nightly stage, but that's not permanent. There will be a final, stable version of CM10 when all the bugs are squashed. As for whether they'll be good for your daily ROM, it depends on your needs. Most things in CM10 work fine as it is, but some things may be broken. Whether the broken stuff actually affects you depends on what you need your phone to do.
ROMs based on CM10 are usually not any less buggy. In fact, they will include any CM10 bugs plus whatever creeps in via the additional code, so they will most likely be more buggy than CM10.
Yes, you should be able to use the Play Store themes in Theme Chooser. Yes, you need to flash Gapps. Yes, you can use whichever launcher you like. Yes, you use the stock radio (not sure what you mean by all-in-one zips).
The ROMs in the normal development section are based on the stock OEM ROM or they are ports from other phones/ROMs. They usually don't require Gapps, not because of copyright issues, but because they are based on the stock ROM. The themes may be compatible across Touchwiz ROMs based on the same firmware, but check the theme's thread first. CM and other AOSP themes/mods are NOT compatible with Touchwiz ROMs.
I hope this clears up some things.
EndlessDissent said:
I hope this clears up some things.
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It does, thank you.
I will be changing the OP to reflect your response and any additional info posted here later tonight so, hopefully, this will be a useful thread for other noobs.